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Many people—maybe you—stopped following their passion and purpose way too early in life because their talents were ignored, minimized, or shamed. They didn’t have the chops to win an American Idol competition or nab an Olympic gold medal, so they stopped expressing their inborn gifts altogether. You don’t need to be an award winner to rock your life. Living your dream life is about discovering your superpowers and feeling vibrant and joyful when you use them....

In order for things to increasingly get better we need people who are willing and able to see the big picture, find the gaps, challenge the status quo, and innovate. Here, introverts come to the rescue. Introverts teach us that it’s OK to be alone. In a world where we value social engagement above alone time, the introvert is paving the way to place a higher value on taking care of ourselves....

What these impressive numbers tell us is that Americans spend nearly 33 times more of their hard-earned cash on music, movies, and personal appearance than they do on personal growth. Of course, the numbers aren’t a big surprise — our society is driven by appearances and instant gratification. We all want to look good and enjoy ourselves. But the data may be illustrating just how out of whack our priorities really are....

1. They are quirky Being the youngest of the bunch usually comes with the “privilege” of getting hand-me-downs, which usually throws all chances of having a fashion sense out the window. While this may seem like such a downer, it helps the youngest not worry too much about appearances. They may develop a quirky fashion sense that makes them their own person. 2. They are trustworthy As much as siblings like to argue and fight, they share an inseparable bond that you simply can not have with any other person....

1. You won’t feel intimidated Maybe your goal is to become a master guitarist, but you don’t even know how to play a chord. It can be incredibly intimidating to watch a Grateful Dead concert as Jerry Garcia moves up and down the fret board for hours without breaking a sweat. You’ll most likely get the feeling that you’ll “never be able to do that,” and run the risk of quitting before you even get started....

It’s not their fault, movies and television shows often portray introverts this way. From the days of The Breakfast Club to Little Miss Sunshine to Napoleon Dynamite to The Perks of Being a Wallflower, introverts are often portrayed as awkwardly shy people, often ok to average looking, and typically unpopular. Further reinforcing this stereotype are movies like She’s All That and Can’t Buy Me Love where the popular kids make a bet that they can ‘make over’ the introvert and turn them into popular extroverts....

1. To show them that the world is huge. “It’s a small world,” people say. And yes, at times, it seems the world is small, when you discover you went to the same college as someone or you have the same distant relative. But truth is, the world is enormous. Spending time far from home, where nobody knows you, forces you to realize the world is much bigger than your hometown....

According to a survey it was discovered that 80 percent of workers take their work home. The research found out that 68% of people read emails before 8 a.m. 50% of people check emails while in bed 40% of people are still doing work after 10 p.m. 57% read work emails during family time 38% read work emails at the dinner table Here are some reasons why unfinished work shouldn’t be brought home....

If you aren’t raking in the Benjamins yet, and you have no idea where to start or what to do to become wealthy, you should definitely take a look at these short books. 1. Rich Habits: The Daily Success Habits of Wealthy Individuals by Thomas Corley 2. If You Can: How Millennials Can Get Rich Slowly by William Bernstein This book talks about how young adults can get started with a 401k and retire with a million dollars....

1. You’re bored by your peers interests When you have an old soul, you are able to get along with your peers but you may be bored by them. An old soul will find themselves out with friends in a place that everyone else thinks is fun, but they think is not ideal. If you are an old soul, you might find yourself thinking, “I don’t want to be here”. An old soul likely has friends but much prefers being in a situation where deep conversation is the focus of the activity....

In an interview with Harvard Business Review, Christoph Randler, a biology professor at the University of Education in Heidelberg, Germany, explains that, “When it comes to business success, morning people hold the important cards. They tend to get better grades in school, which gets them into better colleges, which then leads to better job opportunities.” But we all knew this, or at least suspected it, right? There’s even a saying about it: “The early birds catches the worm....

I subsequently got kicked out of the group for posting material that I myself had written—apparently, it didn’t matter if the content was good or not, the taboo is that I looked like I was promoting my own writing. Being confused, I emailed the group organizer explaining myself but I got no reply. Clearly I had violated some social media etiquette, or at least, some Google+ etiquette. After a little research and some personal reflection on the situation, I came up with a list of rules to follow so as not to cause any more exclusion from social media outlets....

1. Utilize Caffeine Caffeine aids in kicking the brain into gear for studying. It is most beneficial when used in small breaks throughout studying, rather than in one huge dose prior to studying. This will ensure that your brain gets continual kick starts, as opposed to one huge jolt followed by a dramatic crash. 2. Talk to your Teachers These are the people that make all of your tests, so take the time to talk with them....

Are there times when you feel beaten up and let down by life? Are there times when you feel unhappy and it seems like nothing can cheer you up? While most of us (I assume) want to lead a happy life, many of us often do things (whether subconsciously or consciously) that make us unhappy — myself included. We may think our times of unhappiness are the result of things not going our way, but the truth is we are the ones making ourselves unhappy....

We know that spices taste good – but did you know some of them, including turmeric, actually burn fat? If you want to lose weight and eat food that you enjoy, I have some great news for you! We’ve found 10 tasty foods that help burn fat by switching off fat storage, breaking down fat cells, improving insulin sensitivity, and more. Some of these foods even cut belly fat and increase metabolism!...

1. They Live Right Here, Right Now When you lose sight of the present, you can get really stressed. There are a lot of things you’ve got to do tomorrow, next week, next year. Calm people know that focusing too much on the future does not lead to success. Sure, we should all have a sense of direction, but that can quickly get out of hand. Remember the now, increase your enjoyment, and find success in the task before you....

If you are one of the lucky few to have a friendship that has lasted for 10 years, then here are 10 things you should remember about your friendship: 1. They Know What You like 10 years is a long time. In that time, your friend will certainly know what you like. More importantly, they’ll respect your hobbies and your interests. The best thing is, if they do find your hobby or interest a little unusual, then you’re sure to encounter some friendly banter....

While that sounds great, eating healthy works best if it can be worked into our busy schedules and habits. Here are 10 simple ways to weave healthy eating habits into your life. 1. Swap processed food for fresh food When you’re tired, it’s easy to reach for that can of soup for a quick fix. However, processed foods include unnecessary ingredients like sugars, “unhealthy” fats , high sodium content and preservatives making them high energy, high calorie meals that pack on the pounds....